2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Maverick |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |